Igcse at wms
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@WESLEY METHODIST
SCHOOL 2012
IGCSE
Aims of a mathematics syllabus
1. Knowledge:- the basic requirement2. Understanding:-interpret and select
appropriately3. Appreciation:- patterns and relationships;
significance of results.4. Initiative:- creative and investigational
work 5. Communicating:- presentation of work and
oral communication6. Application:- relate to other subjects and
everyday situations.
Successful IGCSE Mathematics candidates gain lifelong skills:
the development of mathematical knowledge
confidence by developing a feel for numbers, patterns and relationships
an ability to consider and solve problems and present and interpret results
an ability to communicate and reason using mathematical concepts
a solid foundation for further study
The syllabus
INTRODUCTION TO THE IGCSE MATHS COURSE
OVERALL ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE:TECHNIQUE WITH APPLICATION
The syllabus structure (1)There are 37 topics listed in the syllabus.
The Core curriculum is applicable to all students
The Extended (Supplement) curriculum builds on the Core material and the relevant sections are placed next to each other in the syllabus.
The syllabus structure (2)
What are the four main curriculum areas?
Number topics 1 to 17 Algebra topics 18 to 25, 36 Shape and Space topics 26 to 32, 35,
36 Statistics and probability topics 33 to 34
Syllabus
Structure of the syllabus (3) Grade Descriptions Grades A, C and F descriptors Grade C – overlap between Core and
Extended
DBAA*E
F GC
Question types Papers 1and 2
20 to 22 short answer questionsMainly a test of skillsEach question usually tests 1 or at most 2
skills Paper 3 and 4
9 or 10 long questions More emphasis on the application of skillsSeveral skills tested in one question on a
theme
The syllabus: Level and paper detailsCORE: grades C to GPaper 1:35% of the marksTotal Marks 56 with 15 to 20 in common with paper 2 from 2011Time 1 hour
EXTENDED: grades A* to EPaper 2:35% of the marksTotal Marks 70 with 15 to 20 in common with paper 1 from 2011Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Paper 3:65% of the marksTotal Marks 104Time 2 hours
Paper 4:65% of the marksTotal Marks 130Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Schemes of work for IGCSE Maths
How is the scheme of work structured at your school? One model is to group the topics in Mathematical areas e.g. Number, Algebra, Shape and Space, Statistics and
probability. Consider the time required to deliver each area then group
related topics together. Allow pupils to have a balanced diet each term – i.e. Each of
the above areas has some coverage in one term allowing some variety.
Forming a scheme of work: group exercise
Find the handout on suggested time and
division between terms for each area. For your area divide the topics on the
handout between the terms. Complete the worksheet with topics in
order and time intended for each one.
CIE Schemes of Work
SESSION 4Question Papers and Mark Schemes
Question papers and mark schemes
How question papers are set
The construction of questions
Grade Descriptions
Developing and applying mark schemes
Analysiss of candidates’ scripts and creating mark schemes
Setting questions (1)
Questions set with reference to Assessment Objectives. (See page 9 of the syllabus)
Questions set across a range of grades. Core level 55% C-D, 45% E-G Extended level 65% A*-B, 35% C-E Balance is maintained across the four areas
of the curriculum
Setting questions (2)
Topics for the structured papers set first Questions are written so that each follows a logical
pattern Answers in earlier parts of questions may be needed to
help with later parts in the question Within a question there is usually a graduation of
increasing difficulty, the most difficult at the end (Papers 1 and 2) In general, easier questions are put at
the beginning of a paper.
CIE endorsed text books (0580/0581)
Author: David Rayner
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Author: Sue Pemberton(new edition)
(due Jan 2012)
Creating a Scheme of Work for a topic
Factors to consider: Aims and Objectives Time Constraints Other Curricular Content
to include (or refer back to)
Resources
Teaching Methodology
Assessment Opportunities
Skills progression Content cohesion
Session 1: Schemes of Work (Specific topics) and lessons
CIE Schemes Creating your own Scheme for a topic Construction of lessons
Session 2: Question Papers and mark schemes
How question papers are set The construction of questions Grade Descriptions Developing and applying mark schemes Analysis of candidates’ scripts and creating
mark schemes